Don Winslow, an American, is one of the most unusual, sharp-witted, and beloved masters of the crime genre.
“Hour of the Gentlemen” promises the joy of meeting the heroes from “Morning Convoys,” a close-knit company of cheerful surfers. Only, alas, current circumstances don’t encourage fun, and friendship is now in serious doubt. San Diego is shaken by a brutal tragedy: a city idol, a man of legend, a surfing genius, an example of justice and generosity, was killed at the hands of young, brainless racists. And the Morning Convoys are shocked even more, because their leader, private detective Boon Daniels, has joined the side of the defense and is conducting his own investigation on behalf of the main defendant—who has already signed a confession to the murder.
Boon risks losing everything dear to him—friends, universal respect, and even his life (because, as always, he’s digging out a snake nest that’s terrifying even to think about)—but something won’t let him stop and turn off the path he chose.